Best Adult Day Services in Colorado

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025
Over 10 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Colorado Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Fort Collins
90
No
A+
73
-
The Center at Centennial
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Colorado Springs (West Colorado Springs)
80
No
-
45
-
Cappella of Grand Junction
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Grand Junction
78
Yes
A+
28
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fairacres Manor
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

N

Nursing

RC

Respite Care

Greeley
116
No
-
57
-
MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
84
Yes
A+
44
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Balfour at Littleton
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Littleton
90
No
-
56
-
MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Arvada
90
Yes
-
14
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Greenridge Place
MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Westminster (West Westminster)
76
No
-
37
1 Bed / 2 Bed Suite
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
110
No
A+
63
-
Highline Place in Littleton
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Littleton
76
No
-
69
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Springs at St Andrew‘s Village
SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Aurora (Heather Gardens)
58
No
-
38
-
Brookdale Fort Collins Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Fort Collins
80
Yes
A+
72
Suite
The Carillon at Belleview Station
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Denver
207
Yes
-
63
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Ridge Pinehurst
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Lakewood (Academy Park)
164
Yes
-
20
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peakview Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Centennial
85
Yes
-
25
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Julia Temple Healthcare Center is located in Englewood, Colorado, and offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility features skilled nursing services, in-house therapy, and a variety of activities to keep residents engaged. It provides a welcoming environment for recovery and care.
Overview of Julia Temple Healthcare Center
Julia Temple Healthcare Center is located in Englewood, Colorado, and offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility features skilled nursing services, in-house therapy, and a variety of activities to keep residents engaged. It provides a welcoming environment for recovery and care.
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Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center is a program of Abraxas Youth & Family Services, a nonprofit provider of a diversified array of services to over 5,000 youth, adults and families each year. Founded in 1973, Abraxas offers alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Overview of Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center is a program of Abraxas Youth & Family Services, a nonprofit provider of a diversified array of services to over 5,000 youth, adults and families each year. Founded in 1973, Abraxas offers alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
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Mapleton Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located in Lakewood, Colorado. It offers 24-hour nursing care, in-house therapy, and a variety of activities to help residents regain strength and mobility. The facility features 90 beds and provides a comfortable and therapeutic environment for its guests.
Overview of Mapleton Post Acute
Mapleton Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located in Lakewood, Colorado. It offers 24-hour nursing care, in-house therapy, and a variety of activities to help residents regain strength and mobility. The facility features 90 beds and provides a comfortable and therapeutic environment for its guests.
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Thornton Care Center is a senior care facility located in Thornton, Colorado. It focuses on providing care with kindness and integrity, striving for excellence in every interaction. The center invites potential residents to schedule a tour to experience the care offered.
Overview of Thornton Care Center
Thornton Care Center is a senior care facility located in Thornton, Colorado. It focuses on providing care with kindness and integrity, striving for excellence in every interaction. The center invites potential residents to schedule a tour to experience the care offered.
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Hampden Hills Post Acute is a modern, state-of-the-art care center located in Aurora, CO. It features 218 beds and offers skilled nursing and in-house therapy services. The facility provides a diverse activities program, nutritious menus, and housekeeping services.
Overview of Hampden Hills Post Acute
Hampden Hills Post Acute is a modern, state-of-the-art care center located in Aurora, CO. It features 218 beds and offers skilled nursing and in-house therapy services. The facility provides a diverse activities program, nutritious menus, and housekeeping services.
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Golden Lodge Assisted Living LLC is a senior living community located in Golden, Colorado. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite services, focusing on enhancing the lives of residents with exceptional care and amenities. The facility features a warm atmosphere, restaurant-style dining, and a variety of activities.
Overview of Golden Lodge Assisted Living LLC
Golden Lodge Assisted Living LLC is a senior living community located in Golden, Colorado. It offers assisted living, memory care, and respite services, focusing on enhancing the lives of residents with exceptional care and amenities. The facility features a warm atmosphere, restaurant-style dining, and a variety of activities.
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Vi at Highlands Ranch is a senior living community located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. It offers a range of services including assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory support. The community features various dining options and a commitment to wellness.
Overview of Vi at Highlands Ranch Assisted Living
Vi at Highlands Ranch is a senior living community located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. It offers a range of services including assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory support. The community features various dining options and a commitment to wellness.
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Highland Park Rehabilitation and Care Center is located in Aurora, Colorado. It provides 24/7 skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services. The facility aims to help residents achieve the highest level of independence for returning home or staying for long-term care.
Overview of Highland Park Rehabilitation & Care Center
Highland Park Rehabilitation and Care Center is located in Aurora, Colorado. It provides 24/7 skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services. The facility aims to help residents achieve the highest level of independence for returning home or staying for long-term care.
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Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation provides patient-centered care with comprehensive services. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid to provide 24-hour nursing care. It specializes in rehabilitation services to help residents achieve their highest level of function and independence.
Overview of Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation provides patient-centered care with comprehensive services. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid to provide 24-hour nursing care. It specializes in rehabilitation services to help residents achieve their highest level of function and independence.
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Mesa Verde Estates is a senior living community located in Durango, Colorado. It offers assisted living and memory care services in a warm and compassionate environment. The community focuses on personalized care and enriching life experiences for its residents.
Overview of Mesa Verde Estates
Mesa Verde Estates is a senior living community located in Durango, Colorado. It offers assisted living and memory care services in a warm and compassionate environment. The community focuses on personalized care and enriching life experiences for its residents.
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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.